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Non verbal codes • Non verbal codes are a set of behavioural norms which indicate the ethics and mind set of an individual. • Non verbal codes are as follow: 1. Proxemics 2. Chronemics 3. Artifacts

Proxemics • Proxemics is the ethics pertaining to the distance maintained between sender and the receiver. It is the study of man’s transactions as he perceives and uses intimate, personal, social and public space in various settings. In formal situations, it becomes important to understand respect the territories of other professionals and see to it that they never feel intruded. • e. g. if you stand too close to someone while speaking to them in formal situations, they could resist your presence. Just as standing or sitting too close to others may make them uncomfortable, in the same way standing or sitting too far away may communicate lack of warmth and confidence.

Four zones defined by Dr. Albert Meharbian • Dr. Albert Meharbian, the leading proxemist, has defined four different zones maintained by us. Each zone is circular area in which we let others enter or stay depending upon the kind of relationship we want/have with them. 1. Intimate Zone: (from 15 cms to 45 cms): Only special people like parents, children, spouse, close friends and relatives can enter this zone. On other occasions other people may briefly enter this zone for a pat on the back or a hand shake. 2. Personal Zone: ( from 45 cms to 120 cms): This is the distance kept from others during friendly interactions, social gatherings or parties. 3. Social Zone: (from 1. 2 m to 3. 5 m): This is the distance kept from strangers or persons with little acquaintance. In this zone most of the business transactions also take place. While appearing for an interview this zone could be followed. 4. Public Zone: (beyond 3. 5 m): This is a comfortable distance maintained while interacting or addressing to large group of people. It could be for the lectures or a public speech.

Chronemics • Chronemics is related to our use of time. It is the ethics of proper use of time to be observed for non verbal communication. The way an individual perceives and values time is a powerful communication tool. Time perceptions include punctuality, willingness to wait and interactions. It deals with the effective use of the time. Utilization of our time in our personal and professional life reflects the influence of our culture on us.

Examples of Chronemics 1. One can misuse time like not completing the project in time, not studying regularly and delaying the submission of assignments. 2. If we do not wish to do something, we delay our action till it is unavoidable. 3. Similarly, when we wish to convey our doslike or annoyance with a person, we make him wait for a long time before meeting him. 4. We find it difficult to meet a friend who has borrowed a book or some money from us. On the other hand, we may rush out of the bathroom to greet a long lost friend or a relative.

Artefacts • Artefacts refer to objects of surroundings, the infrastructure and allied amenities in an organization/ in the room. • e. g. sate-of-art infrastructure provides an enriching ambience and energizes the employees to work for longer hours and contribute effectively for the development of the organization. • The objects in offices or houses often convey the signals about the occupant’s information. The type of books or magazines kept in the house or office or that are read by the people also gives an idea about their tastes, likes and dislikes.

• For example • A pleasant environment helps in communication. It includes elements like colour, ventilation, lighting and temperature. • Layout of the surroundings and space arrangements convey status and sense of aesthetics. It creates an impact on the communication situation.

Examples of Non verbal codes 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Office in posh area – Proxemics Keeping coat around the back of chair-Proxemics. Arriving late for a class-Chronemics Newly appointed lecturer asking excess of revisery questions - Chronemics Delay for the meeting-Chronemics Returning library book after the expiry of due date. Chronemics Officers taking much time in declaring policies for workers. Chronemics Interior decorations- Artefacts A. C. chamber with door to door carpet-Artefacts